Most birds have a few distinctive calls that identify them. The northern mockingbird is the exception, with its ability to mimic or mock the call of other birds, hence the common name. They have also been observed imitating non-avian sounds.…
Rabbit Creek Market, the spacious storefront that stands on Capital Circle Northeast, began as a project between owner Renee Miller and her son, who was interested in starting a business. The two began making crafts to sell at local arts festivals…
Some of our most cherished memories take place around a dining table. Whether it be a formal Christmas dinner in your holiday best or the comforting informality of ending each day with a family meal, the dining room is one…
In the Mix There’s no need to hire a sous chef for your cooking endeavors thanks to the Thermomix TM6 ($1,649). This all-in-one multicooker offers 28 functions (including chop, blend, steam, knead, sauté, grind, whisk, sous vide, and slow cook)…
Vaccinium is a low maintenance native plant genus with dependable spring blooms. The plant also produces edible berries that are a favorite of birds. Sparkleberry (Vaccinium arboretum) is the only North American member of the Vaccinium genus capable of reaching…
An ancient Hindu system of architecture and design, Vastu Shastra assumes that the universe is built of positive and negative energy, and that by applying its rules, you can create a home that is balanced, harmonious, and conducive to overall…
English-Style Kitchens You don’t have to relocate to the U.K. to embrace this kitchen trend. Achieve a cozy vibe and country aesthetic—as seen in this kitchen by Sun Design Remodeling Specialists Inc.—by incorporating rich woods and deep hues of blue…
Setting the Stage In 1824, Tallahassee, the halfway point between Pensacola and Jacksonville, must have seemed the perfect place to set up a new capital city. Still a territory, Florida wouldn’t become a state until 21 years later. Yet planters…
From a home landscape perspective, the winter months should be free from pests. But while insect activity is at an absolute minimum, foliage is still at risk. Â White-tailed deer, a native herbivore, frequently stray into suburbia during the depths…
Think of the last time you walked into a greenhouse or hiked through a dense forest. Did you take a deep breath in, luxuriating in how the air felt in your lungs? Did you notice how a sense of calm…
Plant lovers, rejoice! There are plenty of pet-friendly blooms to enjoy
